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Although the socialisation of children becomes gender-differentiated well before their arrival at primary school, it does not stop there. On the contrary, it continues and even becomes more accentuated as children contend with an educational experience that differs depending on their gender (Gagnon, 1999). This section deals with the ways in which gendered socialisation modulates the characteristics of the children’s connection to learning.

In recent years, sexist and misogynistic ideas have become increasingly widespread on social media. Since the #MeToo movement in 2017, there has been an increase in such comments online, particularly through influencers who advocate a return to traditional gender roles and trivialize gender-based violence. Several European studies demonstrate the power and influence of sexist male influencers on social media, and the impact of this gender toxicity on young people in schools. This phenomenon is obviously not limited to Europe and is very present in Quebec.